How To Create Your Budget & Stick To It
Topics: Budgeting & Improving My Finances, Debt & Debt Consolidation
You know you want to live debt-free. You understand the core principles that make up a good get-out-of-debt game plan. So, now the hard part: Getting started.
3 Ways to Weave Giving into Your Financial Plan
Topics: Budgeting & Improving My Finances, Debt & Debt Consolidation, Merging Faith with Finances
Generosity, whether big or small, is a big part of our core values at TCU. And for those who are trying to match their values with their financial goals, giving should be part of the financial plan.
How To Save & Control Debt At The Same Time
Topics: Budgeting & Improving My Finances, Debt & Debt Consolidation
When you’re focusing on paying down debt, setting aside money in a savings account each month may seem like a daunting task. Don’t let your savings goals suffer while you’re accomplishing other tasks on your financial checklist.
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What's Your Contingency Plan?
Topics: Budgeting & Improving My Finances, Debt & Debt Consolidation
Despite all your planning and preparing, something will go wrong. Your dishwasher may break. Your car may need repairs. A health emergency may arise. Life happens, and sooner or later you’ll be faced with an unexpected expense. That’s why it’s so important to build in a contingency plan.
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How To Create Your Debt Game Plan & Build Credit
Topics: Budgeting & Improving My Finances, Debt & Debt Consolidation
Sometimes the hardest part of getting out of debt is getting started. Once you’ve identified your financial goals and initiated new spending habits, it’s time to create a game plan for reducing debt and building credit.
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3 Ways to Bring Balance to Spending
Topics: Budgeting & Improving My Finances, Debt & Debt Consolidation
A bad credit score or excessive debt is usually a result of poor spending habits. When you overspend, you develop dangerous money management habits like:
- Taking money from savings.
- Charging purchases to a credit card.
- Paying extra fees or interest due to late or overdue payments.
